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Philoetius

A loyal cowherd of Ulysses who helps him in the battle against the suitors.

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First appearance: book xix ulysses recognized by eurycleia

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  • Mythological and Secondary Characters
  • Protagonist
  • Mycenaean Royal Family

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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